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Walk amid towering trees, hike along scenic coastal trails and spot rare wildlife at this spectacular national park in North Coast California.

The sun always seems to shine in Southern California, where you can enjoy some of the country’s best weather on gorgeous beaches, in family theme parks and at iconic landmarks. 

Watch mountain peaks reflected in calm water and enjoy recreational activities, such as canoeing and hiking, at this picturesque lake.

Make a visit to this historic northern California town to discover beautiful countryside and an intriguing past.

Few places in the world combine high and low desert flora, fauna and geology like this breathtaking expanse of preserved wilderness.

Enjoy an upscale excursion to the country’s best-known and most luxurious wine-growing region.

Hike the trails of this beautiful park and enjoy panoramic views of Lake Tahoe. Dip your toes in refreshingly cool water and study fascinating geology.

The sun always seems to shine in Southern California, where you can enjoy some of the country’s best weather on gorgeous beaches, in family theme parks and at iconic landmarks. 

Tour the picturesque vineyards of California’s valleys, where friendly viticulturalists grow some of the most acclaimed wines from the New World.

Few places in the world combine high and low desert flora, fauna and geology like this breathtaking expanse of preserved wilderness.

Engage with some of Northern California’s most prominent contemporary artists when you check out the galleries and educational events held at this art center.

Watch mountain peaks reflected in calm water and enjoy recreational activities, such as canoeing and hiking, at this picturesque lake.

Hike scenic trails, camp amid inspiring landscapes and go rock climbing in a valley used as a hideout by cattle raiders. 

Few places in the world combine high and low desert flora, fauna and geology like this breathtaking expanse of preserved wilderness.

Enjoy an upscale excursion to the country’s best-known and most luxurious wine-growing region.

Watch mountain peaks reflected in calm water and enjoy recreational activities, such as canoeing and hiking, at this picturesque lake.

Glide across the sky and appreciate breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Tahoe on this scenic gondola ride to a summit where exciting adventure activities await.

Make a visit to this historic northern California town to discover beautiful countryside and an intriguing past.

Few places in the world combine high and low desert flora, fauna and geology like this breathtaking expanse of preserved wilderness.

Watch mountain peaks reflected in calm water and enjoy recreational activities, such as canoeing and hiking, at this picturesque lake.

Spend a day camping, hiking and kayaking while surrounded by the serene and untamed wilderness of Lassen Volcanic National Park. 

Visit this historic stone-walled winery on Mount Veeder to find out about a Swiss entrepreneur’s take on the age-old pairing of wine and art.

Hot springs, hospitable cities, striking desert landscapes and golf courses galore are just some of the reasons to visit this area of Southern California. 

Take the family to this well-equipped long strip of soft white sand, where the clean, clear waters of southern Lake Tahoe gently lap the shore.